driver shortage
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Trucking
The for-hire trucking market does not have a driver shortage problem
There isn't a driver shortage. In fact, there is a glut of capacity on the road, and not enough freight to haul.
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News
Carriers turn to automation for competitive edge when hiring drivers
Recruiters say competition is fierce among trucking companies to find qualified truck drivers and it can be a race to see which company can successfully…
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Driver issues
Commentary: Truck drivers are aging… or are we entering a golden age in trucking?
Sandeep Kar has written a thought-provoking article about changes in trucks and how those changes affect truck drivers. He also writes about what the future…
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Driver issues
Freightliner tasks Team Run Smart ambassadors to talk up trucking careers
Freightliner Team Run Smart Pros are being tasked with talking up trucking careers as part of industry ambassador role.
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News
Regulators considering drivers under 21 for interstate hauls
Support for proposal split between large and small carriers.
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Driver issues
ATA asserts government driver shortage study gets it wrong
Authors controversial study miss key factors contributing to truck driver turnover and wages.
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News
Today’s Pickup: Money movements in the Nutmeg State; Carpoclaypse anyone?
Nah, the roads don’t need the money!
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Driver issues
Coalition pushes for young driver training to expand workforce
Sentiment could be growing for lowering the driver age, but questions linger over safety and wages.
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Autonomous Trucking
Truck stop owners feeling the high-tech heat
Message from NATSO: Technology trends will force truck stop owners to reevaluate how they serve their customers.
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Driver issues
Why driver recruiting success doesn’t start with a help wanted ad
Recruiting and keeping drivers remains a difficult task for carriers, but several experts said that a strong social media approach improves both tasks.
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